Locator/ Az/arz Driver(Min. 3 Years Experience)

Blue Feather Communications is a fast-growing maintenance and construction contractor in partnership with major telecommunication and utility companies across central Ontario.

We are currently seeking for AZ/ARZ drivers with a minimum of 3 years driving experience, and a clean driving abstract to join our team.

Why Join us :

• Career Growth Opportunities
• Paid training and certifications
• Uniform/Boot Allowance
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• Retirement Plan
• Opportunity for overtime

Duties and Responsibilities include and not limited to :

• Responsible for operating the hydro-vac, float equipment, and labour as needed
• Manage the vehicles and their actions; responsible for identifying weight so as not to exceed vehicle requirements
• Load and unload heavy equipment in a secure and damage free manner
• Transport cargo and/or equipment utilizing various combinations of truck and trailer and use various types of equipment to move and install material
• General site preparation and clean-up as directed
• Complete the Driver’s daily pre-trip, in-route, and post-trip vehicle inspections, as well as the Driver’s log book and accident or incident reports
• Maintaining a clean and orderly vehicle (interior and exterior)
• Digging/holes and trenches pulling cable
• Handles and distributes construction materials, safely loading and unloading vehicles with supplies and equipment as directed, and is responsible for the removal of all debris from work sites
• Complete construction work in an effective, safety-conscious manner
• Responsible for the maintenance, cleanliness, and condition of equipment
• Driving of an assigned work vehicle may be assigned

Job Requirements :

• High school diploma or relevant experience
• Valid class ARZ or AZ license with a clean driver’s abstract
• 3 + years experience driving vehicles within a license class held
• Can operate a bulldozer and excavator over 8 tonnes and load all equipment, maintaining safe equipment operation
• Good verbal communication skills and ability to work with others
• Ability to work and follow directions in challenging work environments
• Strong work ethic and ability to work in a team environment
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Must be able to work in restricted and tight spaces and at heights
• Must be able to stand, lift 75 lbs, carry, bend, reach, etc.
• Punctuality, flexibility, and reliable
• Safety oriented
• Load and unload directional bore equipment in a manner that is secure and damage free
• Transport associated tools, materials and/or equipment in a safe manner
• Complete Driver’s logbook & daily vehicle inspection (pre-trip, en-route, post-trip), maintenance and repair reports, accidentor incident reports
• Complete a daily inspection on bore equipment prior to commencing work
• Prepare the drill fluid based on site conditions prior to boring commencing-In conjunction with locator/driller, operate the directional drill using the selected bore heads and back reamers to placecables and / or duct
• Trouble shoot any equipment issues and relay to service technician for assistance or resolution
• Additional duties as required

Working Conditions :

• Outdoor working environment: ability to work in all weather conditions
• Travelling to various sites may be required

Job Category :Dig & Repair

Job Type :Full-Time

Shift Information :Monday to Friday; overtime during nights and weekends may be required.

Affiliation :Non-Union

Salary : Starting at $25.00

Work Location :Travel may be required to other various locations in all Grey Bruce and Simcoe County including Stayner, Barrie, and Markdale.

Preferred Experience/ Training and Certifications :

• Experience operating a mini-excavator and skid steers
• Ability to read telecommunication plans and work maps
• Equipment operation experience in a construction environment (2 years+)
• Underground telecommunications preferred
• First Aid/CPR Training is an asset
• Working at Heights and Confine Space training is an asset
• Directional drilling experience is an asset

Job Type : Full-time

Schedule :

• Monday to Friday
• Overtime
• Weekends as required

Experience :

• Driving: 3 years (required)

License/Certification :

• DZ/AZ License (required)

Work Location : On the road

Pay: $25.00-$30.00 per hour

Additional pay:

• Overtime pay

Benefits :

• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• RRSP match

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Overtime
• Weekends as needed

Experience :

• Driving: 3 years (required)

Licence/Certification:

• AR/ARZ License (required)

Work Location: On the road